Paper Birdhouse Craft
Today's craft is one that many older adults really enjoy doing with their loved ones. It's easy, colourful, and can be kept indoors, but...
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The Ideal Team
Mar 23, 20221 min read
Sunflower Painting
Many of us can imagine the beauty of a sunflower field in full bloom; it simply brings a smile to our faces. Why not try to re-create...
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The Ideal Team
Mar 16, 20221 min read
Springtime Characters
This Sunday, March 20th is the Spring Equinox! A wonderful day to celebrate the gifts that the spring season has to offer, such as...
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The Ideal Team
Jan 24, 20221 min read
Tissue Paper Scene
In today’s activity, we are using simple materials to design a winter tree or a theme of your choice! It may take a bit of preparation...
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The Ideal Team
Jan 17, 20222 min read
Winter Polar Bear Craft
As we prepare for the colder snowy weather this winter, cozy up with this cute winter polar bear craft! Please note** This activity has a...
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The Ideal Team
Jan 10, 20222 min read
Winter Snowman Craft
One of the fun ways of celebrating the winter season is through arts and crafts. As we age, we tend to do less and less of these...
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The Ideal Team
Dec 31, 20212 min read
Mason Jar Night Light
In the crafting world, mason jars are super versatile! They are no longer just used for jams and preserves, but instead have been seen...
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The Ideal Team
Dec 27, 20212 min read
Make Some Noise on NYE!
Ever wonder what to do with all that leftover gift wrapping and boxes?! Usher in the new year with this fun New Years’ Eve noisemaker...
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The Ideal Team
Nov 22, 20212 min read
Paper Doily Christmas Trees
For some of us, Christmas shopping has already begun as we anticipate gathering more with family and friends this year. So why not begin...
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The Ideal Team
Sep 20, 20211 min read
Patchwork Pumpkin
To celebrate the start of the Fall season, decorate your space with patchwork pumpkins! Have loose, mismatched orange, yellow, red, and...
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The Ideal Team
Sep 13, 20212 min read
Word Frames
In today's activity, we thought it would be fun to use old Scrabble tiles (or other letter tiles you may have) to create framed artwork....
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The Ideal Team
Jul 2, 20212 min read
Personalized Bracelets
Making a personal charm bracelet is a great way to engage both men and women in group or partner activities. Choosing bobbles and beads...
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The Ideal Team
Jun 14, 20212 min read
Father's Day Craft
On Sunday, June 20th, we celebrate those who taught us the value of hard work, how to fix a broken "anything", and how important family...
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The Ideal Team
Apr 30, 20212 min read
Mother's Day Bouquet
On May 9th, we celebrate Mother's Day! What better way to honour the mother's in our lives than by making a bouquet of flowers with them...
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The Ideal Team
Apr 2, 20212 min read
DIY Bunny Jar!
As April promises to bring in warmer, yet wetter weather, bunnies and other animals alike begin to emerge looking to dine on grass,...
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The Ideal Team
Mar 26, 20211 min read
Bird Craft
Sometimes the simplest activities are most effective in providing creative and social activities for your elderly loved one. Try this...
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The Ideal Team
Mar 19, 20211 min read
Cute Critters for Spring!
Spring is finally here! Warmer weather, longer daylight hours, blooming flowers and trees, and of course the appearance of those...
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The Ideal Team
Mar 14, 20211 min read
Lucky Clover Craft
This Wednesday, March 17th is St. Patrick's Day! Legends say that finding a 4-leaf clover is considered a symbol of good luck. It is...
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The Ideal Team
Feb 5, 20211 min read
Felt Hearts
Bringing back nostalgic activities like knitting or sewing can be both fun and therapeutic for elderly loved ones. In this week's...
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The Ideal Team
Dec 27, 20201 min read
Noisemaker Craft for NYE!
The start of the new year is approaching and what better way to celebrate the end of 2020 than by making a lot of noise! Usher in the new...
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